Ethical Standards

Former State Bar Deputy Executive Found to Violate Conflict of Interest Rules by Ghostwriting Reports

Former State Bar Deputy Executive Found to Violate Conflict of Interest Rules by Ghostwriting Reports

In a recent revelation, Robert Hawley, a former Deputy Executive Director of the State Bar of California, has been implicated…

Lawyer’s Website Content and Statements Deemed Non-Misleading by Kansas Supreme Court

Lawyer’s Website Content and Statements Deemed Non-Misleading by Kansas Supreme Court

In a recent December 1, 2023 ruling, the Kansas Supreme Court cleared a part-time lawyer, Tarishawn D.D. Morton of violating…

Former Apple Corporate Lawyer Sentenced to Probation for Insider Trading

Former Apple Corporate Lawyer Sentenced to Probation for Insider Trading

In a recent development, Gene Levoff, Apple's former top corporate lawyer, will avoid prison time after pleading guilty to U.S.…

U.S. Supreme Court Adopts New Code of Conduct: A Comparative Analysis

U.S. Supreme Court Adopts New Code of Conduct: A Comparative Analysis

In a recent development, the United States Supreme Court has introduced a new code of conduct, drawing inspiration from existing…

ABA House Calls for Binding Code of Ethics for Supreme Court Justices

ABA House Calls for Binding Code of Ethics for Supreme Court Justices

The American Bar Association (ABA) recently held a meeting in New Orleans, during which the House of Delegates discussed adopting…